Current Weather
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Clouds - Visual Profile
Weather Briefing
VFRPlaya Baracoa Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 3,000 feet and 9 km visibility. Note: This observation is 641.5 hours old and conditions may have changed.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the north-northeast (30°) at 16 knots. Runway 02/20 is favored with a 16-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component. Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is 9 km. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 3,000 ft.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 28°C (82°F) with a dewpoint of 22°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.
Pilot Recommendations
Conditions are favorable for visual flight.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
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✈️ 02/20
Active: 02
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7,563 ft | 148 ft | ASP | 21° |
↑ 15.8 kt
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↔ 2.8 kt
10° angle
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Playa Baracoa Airport - Airport Information
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About Playa Baracoa Airport
Overview
Playa Baracoa Airport (MUPB) is a medium-sized airport located near Havana, Cuba, situated at an elevation of 102 feet mean sea level. The airport serves the metropolitan area of Havana and surrounding regions, providing critical aviation infrastructure for transportation and regional connectivity.
Flying Conditions
Located at 23.032801, -82.579399, Playa Baracoa experiences typical Caribbean coastal weather conditions with potential for variable wind patterns. Pilots should anticipate humidity and potential thermal variations given the airport's proximity to the coast and low elevation.
Notable Features
The airport features a single runway (02/20) with an asphalt surface measuring 7,563 feet in length, providing substantial operational capacity for medium-sized aircraft. Its geographical position near Havana offers strategic access to urban and regional aviation requirements.
Approach Considerations
Runway 02/20's significant length of 7,563 feet provides flexibility for various aircraft approach profiles and operational scenarios. Pilots should conduct standard terrain and wind assessments, particularly noting potential crosswind components given the runway's orientation.
Data Sources & Accuracy: Airport information sourced from OurAirports.com, a collaborative database of worldwide airport data. Weather data from official aviation weather services including NOAA Aviation Weather Center and international METAR/TAF providers. Information is updated regularly but pilots should always verify current conditions and NOTAMs through official channels before flight operations.
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